Scottsdale, AZ November 2024 by City Lifestyle

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#1 Scottsdale Real Estate Team 2018, 2019

Andrew Bloom is the CEO and co-Founder of BVO LUXURY GROUP at Keller Williams NortheastRealty.CollectivelyKellerWilliamsLuxuryhassoldover$98billionin 2021andYeartodateKellerWilliamsLuxuryhasrepresentedover48,000buyer’s and seller’s over $1M. KW continues to expand globally and remains the number estate company in the world as ranked by Realtrends. BVO Luxury now in its 3rd generation, 2019, and 2020, and 2021. The team has grown significantly to make year ever headquartered right here in Scottsdale.

5 Reasons the Housing Market is Reversing

The market flipped! Nobody expected the bottom to fall out, but like a good upside-down cake, there is opportunity for everyone. will continue to see the shift in the market throughout 2023 with home sales about 20% below the 6.1 million home sales of 2021 and 4.8 million home sales in 2022.

For buyer’s the pro’s are long and the con’s are short.

Pro’s:

In 2023, the housing market experienced an unexpected phenomenon — rising interest rates that basically froze housing values. The rise in mortgage rates, surprisingly, hasn’t instigated a significant decrease in home prices. This perplexing trend can be attributed to a complex interplay of economic, demographic, and market determinants. Today, a significant proportion of homeowners — 92% of those with mortgages — enjoy rates below 6%, with a lucky 62% relishing rates under 4%. As mortgage rates climb, these homeowners are opting to hold onto their properties, rather than sell and risk locking in a higher mortgage rate.Consequently, this shift in homeowner behavior has reduced the volume of home sales. This is corroborated by a recent study, revealing that approximately 27% of homeowners would be motivated to sell if rates descend to 5% or lower. Furthermore, nearly half of the homeowners surveyed would consider listing their properties if rates were to plunge to 4%. Despite these evolving dynamics, home prices have seen only a nominal drop. The manager of the S&P Case Shiller Index predicted a peak-to-trough decline of around 5%, leaving 2% yet to be recuperated.

•More inventory

•Price negotiations

•No need to waive inspections

•No need to waive appraisals

For Seller’s the pro’s and con’s are flipped but let’s focus on the pro’s.

•Move up to a larger home with recent equity gains

•Downsize to a smaller home with cash

The Arizona housing market has experienced fluctuations in 2023, and many are eager to know what the future holds for this dynamic real estate landscape. Various data sources, such as Zillow and housing market forecasts, provide insights into the current state and potential developments. Let’s explore the forecast for the Arizona housing market in the coming months. According to Zillow, the average home value in Arizona stands at a decrease of 6.5% over the past year. This information is crucial for potential homebuyers and sellers, as it provides a snapshot of the current market conditions. Additionally, it’s noteworthy that homes in Arizona go to pending status within a median of 21 days, indicating a relatively active market. The 6.5% decline in home values over the past year suggests a shift in the market dynamics. The market is showing some resilience, with 18.9% of sales happening over the list price and 56.2% occurring under the list price. These figures indicate the importance of strategic pricing and negotiation in the current market environment.

•No bidding wars

•Move in at close of escrow

•Sell NOW and capitalize on equity gains while sitting on the sidelines. You never lose money taking chips off the table.

Help Buyers Emotionally Connect

Several economists believe the housing market will remain relatively flat in 2024, but not crash. As the mortgage rates are stabilizing now, more buyers feel confident to enter the housing market. Let’s look at why most experts believe that the housing market in Arizona is not going to crash. 5 Reasons Why the Housing Market is Unlikely to Crash

•Time to think

•Seller paid closing costs

•Seller repairs

Con’s:

1. Low Months of Supply: Only 2.6 months’ supply is available. This scarcity of inventory explains why many buyers need to bid over the listing price for the most desirable properties. According to the law of supply-demand, it is predicted that home prices will remain stable for now.

2. Low Newly Constructed Housing Supply: The supply of newly constructed houses has yet to return to pre-2007 levels. Also, there’s no way for homebuyers to buy land, get regulatory approval, and increase the supply quickly.

3. New Buyers Entering the Market: There’s a strong demand for homes across various demographics. Millennials are in their prime buying years. As a result, there’s still a limited amount of inventory available.

•Higher interest rates that are still reflective of 30 year averages

Conclusion:

Staging is about showcasing an engaging, move-in ready home that creates an emotional connection with the buyer. Updating décor with on-trend, inviting style—particularly in living rooms, primary bedrooms, kitchens, and dining rooms—can make memorable impression.

4. Strict Lending Standards: There were several cases of liar loans in 2007 where anyone could get a mortgage without a credit check. Today, mortgage lenders in Arizona place high stan dards on borrowers, and most home buyers are required to have an excellent credit score.

5. Fewer Foreclosures: A majority of homeowners own significant equity in their homes. The personal balance sheets of homeowners are much stronger today than they were 15 years ago. As a result, the threat of rising foreclosures in Arizona is low.

Buyer’s can now marry the house they love and date the rate.

Conclusion: With stable home prices and reprieve of interest rates 2024 is a good time to make a move! Call us today for a private and confidential conversation.

If you are thinking of selling your home, now more than ever your home must be in TOP condition. At BVO Luxury we offer FREE home improvement and staging consultations.

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“Health

is

the

greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship.”

— Buddha

In this season of gratitude, nothing is more valuable than your health. Whether you’re enjoying a game of pickleball, hiking in the Arizona desert, or simply spending quality time with loved ones,pain shouldn’t hold you back.

At Integrated Spine Pain and Wellness, Dr. Ashu Goyle uses advanced regenerative medicine—natural treatments that act like beacons, honing your body’s healing response to where it’s needed most. Your body’s natural Stem cells and PRP (platelet-rich plasma) may work together to repair damaged tissue, promoting natural healing and helping you get back tothe activities you love. There is no surgery, no medications—just your body healing itself.

Give thanks to a body that heals and moves without pain. Call today to learn how regenerative medicine may help you stay active and pain-free this season and beyond.

At Integrated Spine, Pain, and Wellness, Dr. Goyle takes a unique approach to helping patients overcome pain and improve their mobility. His focus is on finding and treating the root cause of your pain so you can live a more active, productive life. Rather than masking symptoms with addictive medications, Dr. Goyle works to keep you away from invasive surgeries by promoting natural healing. He specializes in regenerative medicine, which uses your body’s own ability to repair and heal, helping you recover faster and more effectively. Our goal is to help you get back to the life you love with less pain and more freedom to move.

Feeling Thankful

In my home, I have a storage area where I keep all of my holiday decorations. Among them are arts and crafts projects family members have made (such as the turkey created out of a paper bag with construction paper decorations that say what my then-preschool-age daughter was thankful for on them) and other passed-down mementos. For one holiday, I even have a decoration I bring out that my grandparents showcased on their holiday table. It not only continues their traditions and brings back memories but makes me feel like they are still part of everything.

Looking at these personal mementos makes me smile and truly exemplifies the meaning of the holiday season for me. It’s my family. It’s the generations that came before me and those sitting in front of me. That’s who and what I am most thankful for.

For some of you, those you are celebrating with might be the family that you’ve chosen—friends who have become family, rather than your blood relatives.

Really, it’s just about being with the people who matter to you and taking the time to be grateful.

Of course, there is so much to be thankful and grateful for, too—and our November issue is dedicated to those stories of gathering, gratefulness, and giving back to our community.

From a 102-year-old veteran to a jazz legend who has made it a mission to give back, events for causes, and more, we showcase more of the good in our community.

This holiday season, as we prepare to gather with our loved ones, and in the true spirit of thanksgiving, let’s set time aside to consider what truly makes life meaningful and stop to reflect on those blessings—one person, one impactful deed, and one handmade memento at a time.

Yours,

MICHELLE GLICKSMAN, EDITOR @SCOTTSDALECITYLIFESTYLE

November 2024

PUBLISHER

Alicia Haygood | alicia.haygood@citylifestyle.com

EDITOR

Michelle Glicksman

michelle.glicksman@citylifestyle.com

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Faith Morello | faith.morello@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Angela Broockerd, Gretchen Pahia, Rebecca L. Rhoades, Georgann Yara

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Danielle Muccillo

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson

AD DESIGNER Rachel Otto

LAYOUT DESIGNER Andi Foster

city scene

WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN

1-3: Masks & Meditation celebrated the launch of Briogeo’s Soothing Scalp Revival, a partnership with Scottsdale’s Heyday Skincare. 4-7: It was a packed night at the VIP grand opening for chef Joey Maggiore’s The Italiano.

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Mother Tucker's Tavern Adds to Old Scottsdale Scene

Mother Tucker's Tavern, a much-anticipated vintage bar concept, is now open in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale’s nightlife district in the former Bevvy space. The interior pairs cozy-chic party pub decor with a focused food and drink menu featuring elevated bar snacks, craft beers, and retro-modern cocktails. It's perfect for pre-gaming or hanging out late—the locale is open daily, plus open early on Saturdays and Sundays for football watch parties. MotherTuckersTavern.com

Several Valley Resorts and Hotels Land 'Key Hotel' Recognition

Several Valley hotels have been rec ognized with MICHELIN Keys. Now in its second year, there are just four Arizona locales that have made the list in the Valley (and seven across the state). The four were all awarded One Key. Those that made the list were Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale, Royal Palms Resort and Spa, The Global Ambassador, and Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North. The U.S. 2024 MICHELIN Guide selection now includes 16 Three Key hotels, 70 Two Key hotels, and 207 One Key hotels. Guide.Michelin.com

Bankers Trust Opens in Cavasson

Bankers Trust recently opened its newest location in North Scottsdale in the Cavasson development. The locale marks the company's fourth location in Metro Phoenix. The full-service location specializes in private banking and wealth management, as well as a full suite of banking and lending services. Bankers Trust opened in Phoenix in 2008. It invests $1 million annually into the communities it serves, and Bankers Trust employees volunteer an average of 13,000 hours each year with nonprofit organizaBankersTrust.com

Princess Polly Chooses Scottsdale for Second U.S. Location

The beloved Gen-Z brand Princess Polly, which was founded in 2010 in Australia and is now a global leader in fashion, recently opened a location at Scottsdale Fashion Square. It is the second U.S. location for the brand, which opened its first location in Los Angeles. The 5,320-square-foot store is located on the second level of the shopping center and offers more than 250 apparel looks, as well as accessories and footwear. PrincessPolly.com

Kohler Bathroom Design

PRESS Coffee Offers New Certified Organic Coffee

The locally-owned specialty coffee roastery PRESS Coffee is now offering a new certified organic coffee called Evergreen. The coffee offers a clean, vibrant cup with rich notes of chocolate, creamy almond undertones, and a hint of citrus that brings out a bright orange component. The new USDA-certified bag it comes in was created by PRESS as a nod to sustainability-minded coffee PRESSCoffee.com

Luxury Storage Garage Toy Barn Opens Second Scottsdale Location

Toy Barn has been providing Valley residents with a unique way to store their “toys”—from hot rods to classic cars, boats, and RVs—since 2010. Now, there is another Scottsdale location. The latest Toy Barn opening adds a second location in Scottsdale Airpark. All Toy Barn units have standard features, including Wi-Fi capabilities, and offer opportunities for personalization such as added loft space, built-in wet bars, restrooms, and unique flooring and paint colors. Each location also has a clubhouse. ToyBarnStorage.com

letter from the PUBLISHER

This is one of my most favorite issues of the year, the Thankful Issue. I was taught at an early age the importance of giving back and being thankful for all that I have. From bringing in my own money each week for tzedakah at temple to volunteering at the homeless shelter, we were always taught the importance of giving to those less fortunate. It reminded my sister and me how much we truly had to give.

It’s something I’ve instilled in my kids. Albeit they’re still young and may not fully understand— their complaining tells me this—at the end of their volunteering time they both feel so good and ask when we can do more. We are lucky to live in a community where so many have those same values as my family, to give to those in need.

People ask me all the time, “What do you do, Alicia?” Simple: I’m a community connector. I facilitate connections to make sure we all know what resources are out there to help us, unite us, and make sure our community is thriving. That is made possible by you, the reader, this publication, and all the great organizations within Scottsdale.

As Scottsdale’s season kicks off with all the events, galas, and seasonal parties filling our schedules, remember the “why” behind these nights. Almost each one has a local charity or cause behind the evening, one that unites us to help those in need. I’m excited to feature just a small, small amount of the thankfulness this issue represents. Sometimes just bringing people together means as much as a monetary donation. You never know when a smile, your time, or connection can change a person’s day. Try it. It’s one of the simplest things you can do in life. How will you give back this month?

Happy giving!

Alicia Haygood Owner/Publisher

STORIES & STRIPES

ARTICLE BY BY REBECCA L. RHOADES | PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANIELLE MUCCILLO

WORLD WAR II VETERAN SAM BAKER IS ON THE FRONT LINES OF CHILDHOOD LITERACY

“I was an avid reader and a very adventurous kid.”

Sam Baker is a storyteller at heart. And at 102 years old, the former Marine, World War II veteran, scientist, and world’s first GPS salesman has plenty of tales to tell.

The Scottsdale centenarian has come a long way from the cotton farms of Clarksdale, Mississippi, where he was born in 1922. Even when he was a child, stories were an important part of his life.

“I was an avid reader and a very adventurous kid,” he says. “And I wanted to do everything I could read about.”

But it wasn’t until the events of Dec. 7, 1941, that Baker had the opportunity to experience the world beyond the Magnolia State.

“When Pearl Harbor was bombed, we all joined the service,” he recalls.

Baker chose the Marine Corps for the simple reason that one of his engineering classmates was a Marine recruiter. He remembers the date he officially joined up: Sat., April 4, 1942.

His military career took him to Hawaii, Guam, Ulithi Atoll (now part of Micronesia), and Guadalcanal. After the war, he spent

30 years with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps—a scientific agency overseen by the Department of Commerce. Initially responsible for making maps from aerial photography, the job would take him to farflung destinations such as Alaska, Iceland, and the North Pole. Four years at Brookhaven National Laboratory doing surveying for a fusion project came next, followed by a year selling GPS systems.

Even though his travels sent him around the globe, the most important thing in his life was his family: his wife, Janet, and his two children, Michael and Sally.

“While I was gone, Janet would read to them, but when I came back, they’d say, ‘Daddy, tell us your stories,’” he remembers. “Fast-forward to my son getting married and he and his wife having a little girl. One day, Michael called me and said, ‘Dad, why don’t you write down the story of Herman the worm (for your granddaughter)?’”

And that’s how Baker wrote his first children’s book.

Sam Baker with his daughter, Sally

“I just want to leave this world a little bit better than I found it.”

THE WRITE STUFF

In 2018, Baker published The Silly Adventures of Petunia and Herman the Worm . The story about a young girl, Petunia, who befriends a talking caterpillar evolved from one of the bedtime stories Baker would tell his children. It was inspired by Baker’s own youth.

“I reached back to when I was about 10,” he recalls. “We raised a lot of dill, and there were these enormous caterpillars on [the field]. When I thought they were about ready to go into the pupa stage, I’d pick them, put them into a shoe box, and keep feeding them until they spun their cocoons. Then two weeks later, they’d come out as black butterflies, swallowtails. I’d take them outside, and they’d fly away.”

While The Silly Adventures is a chapter book for students in grades two through five who already are reading, Baker was concerned about those kids who were just beginning their educational journey.

“Reading is the foundation for all learning,” he states. “If you can’t read, you can’t go anywhere. There’s no advancement.”

Growing up, reading was an important part of Baker’s life.

“We weren’t rich enough to have encyclopedias, so the library became our best friend,” he says.

He recalls spending long hours in the school library, choosing books, writing book reports, and getting help with his studies from the librarian.

“We read a lot in high school,” he says. “And I don’t recall any of the students having problems reading.”

The Grand Canyon State consistently ranks low for public education, which spurred him to action.

“When I saw how dismal the scores were, I asked myself, ‘What can I do to help?’” Baker remembers. “I thought maybe I could write a story for little children that would encourage them to start learning to read.”

Mining his past once more, he landed on memories of a pet rat he had when he was young. “She was about six inches long, and she was the cleanest thing you ever saw,” he says fondly. “My mother wouldn’t let me take her into the house, so I had to keep her outside.”

The book, Oscar the Mouse, quickly became a top seller on Amazon.

In 2022, Baker released a coloring book featuring the adventures of Oscar and his friends, and last year, he published the second book in the series, Oscar Goes to the Vet Baker currently is working on his fourth title, a chapter book in the same vein as Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Tom Sawyer that’s inspired by his own childhood exploits.

“At one school, a little boy about age 4 didn’t know how to say ‘thank you,’ so he gave me a big hug,” Baker says. “To have an influence on kids, and to get compliments from the parents, goes deep to my heart.”

“I’ve had a great life,” he adds. “I just want to leave this world a little bit better than I found it, and I hope I have.”

ARTICLE BY GEORGANN YARA PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANIELLE MUCCILLO

ALL THAT JAZZ

The power of music is felt in everyday life, with a memory of a happy tune or hearing a song lyric that instantly provides a mood boost.

But for jazz legend and Scottsdale Jazz Festival founder Doc Jones, music not only changed his life but also may have saved it.

Hailing proudly from Chicago’s South Side, Jones was one of eight siblings. He was known for his talent for dance and his upbeat personality.

But in 1970, in the wake of civil movements and gang activity, violence crept into his community. Jones’ wife saw it was taking a toll on her husband.

“She noticed my demeanor changed from a happy-go-lucky guy to being prepared to defend myself at any corner,” Jones recalls.

This inspired his wife Shirley to suggest he attend classes at what is now Harold Washington College, where she worked. He didn’t want to but believed in the “happy wife, happy life” philosophy, so he enrolled.

An adviser put Jones in a tap class after discovering his passion for dance. The adviser also put him in a music class.

And at 21, that move changed his life and, as a result, the lives of countless others over the next five decades.

“That was the beginning of something that I didn’t know was in me. It sparked

Legendary Jazz Artist and Scottsdale Jazz Festival Founder Doc Jones Changes Lives Through the Art Form

an interest that turned out to be a gift I almost missed,” Jones says. “I got myself a saxophone and the rest is history.”

It also became Arizona history because this ignited a lifelong passionate influence that has instilled the art in generations through Jones’ teaching, advocacy, and contributions to ensure jazz lives and thrives in the desert.

When Jones founded the Scottsdale Jazz Festival, which will take place on April 25-26, 2025 at Scottsdale Civic Center, it was part of his mission to unite the state around the global United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and Herbie Hancock International Jazz Day.

His efforts were key in passing Arizona bill HCR2017, which recognized April 30 as International Jazz Day and April as Jazz Appreciation Month. His next goal is the passage of HB2513, which would establish April 30 as International Jazz Day, recognize it as a nonofficial holiday, and celebrate the state’s jazz music and culture.

Jazz also played a part in Jones’ recovery after a tragedy.

The Joneses would have five children. The 1974 birth of their daughter Niambi— which means beautiful melody in Swahili— inspired him to take a second apartment in their building and open a music school there, Niambi School of Arts.

Two years later, Niambi was killed by a drunk driver. Still, Jones found the strength to continue to share music with children, using the model established by the school that honored his daughter.

After Jones and his family moved to Arizona in 1986, he started music schools and nonprofits that provided education to students and equipment and supplies to teachers in a time when public schools’ budgets were getting slashed and arts programs were hit hard.

Jones joined forces with longtime friend Don Fenstermaker, the former CEO of NextStudent—the largest privately held student loan company—to make this happen. Together, they launched Next Student Academy of the Arts, a nonprofit providing low-income Phoenix youths with instruments and music instruction. The program has helped more than 2,000 students.

Fenstermaker, currently the managing partner of Yrefy, a boutique lender specializing in refinancing distressed private student loans, became the title sponsor of the Scottsdale Jazz Festival. They continue to collaborate on various music efforts Jones spearheads.

Jones opened Doc’s Place, a club that ruled the jazz scene before it closed in 2012. He went to New Orleans and started a multimedia company and jazz magazine. Through these channels, he met Herbie Hancock, a meeting that forever changed the Phoenix jazz-scape. This sparked Jones to launch the city’s jazz festival in 2013.

Through the Scottsdale Jazz Festival, Jones continues to elevate jazz and the artists who champion it.

“I enjoy teaching new talent but also giving new talent the opportunity to express themselves on a big stage,” Jones says.

Family continues to be a force that drives Jones. On Dec. 8, Jones and his daughter, acclaimed jazz singer Nayo Jones, will put on the annual Home for the Holidays concert at the ASU Kerr Cultural Center.

And he is grateful for his wife of 55 years, Shirley.

“I’m most thankful for my beautiful wife who has gone through this whole journey with me,” he says.

Jones doesn’t see retiring in the cards, saying, “We’re gonna do this for life.”

“I do the same work now with the same passion. I’ve enjoyed this ride. Thousands of kids have benefited from my passion for believing that with music in their minds, there’s no time for crime,” Jones says. “I’ve been on this incredible ride for 40 years, and I’ve loved every minute of it.”

ARTICLE BY GEORGANN YARA | PHOTOGRAPHY

PROVIDED

THE ALL-VOLUNTEER-RUN NONPROFIT NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS SCOTTSDALE PROVIDES NO-FUSS AID TO CHARITABLE CAUSES IN NEED

HELPING HANDS

Giving assistance and support to others in need shouldn’t be difficult. And for 12 years, that simple premise has proved to make a powerful and invaluable difference as the driving force of Neighbors

“IT’S

Every donation and fundraising dollar goes directly to these programs, with annual membership dues covering any additional overhead. Its single annual fundraiser, All Hands on Deck,

ABOUT LENDING A HAND UP RATHER THAN A HAND OUT.”

Helping Neighbors Scottsdale, an entirely volunteer-run nonprofit.

Through contributions in the form of finances, hours, and other resources, Neighbors Helping Neighbors has supported dozens of organizations that primarily assist children, veterans, and the community by addressing homelessness, hunger, children battling cancer, and veterans who need peer support. These include UMOM New Day Centers, Southwest Kids Cancer Foundation, St. Mary’s Food Bank, MANA House, and others.

Six neighbors in the McDowell Ranch area created the concept, wishing to skip the red tape that stymies philanthropic efforts.

“The original idea was that it was an easy way to help,” says board member Larry Hewitt, who is among the group’s 60 active members. “It’s about lending a hand up rather than a hand out.”

will take place Nov. 7. Sponsorship and tickets to the event are available on the Neighbors’ website.

Hewitt is the chair of the nonprofit’s support of the Rebuilding Together program, which builds ADA-compliant ramps for homes of individuals who require a walker or wheelchair to get around. He organizes a team that spends four hours on a Saturday morning that culminates with someone’s world becoming larger.

This is one of the projects that reminds him of the difference the nonprofit— which was recently honored with the Spirit of Scottsdale Award—is making.

“To see that someone who has been homebound for months all of a sudden has the freedom to leave and go to the doctor or grocery store,” Hewitt says. “For me, that’s one of the biggest things I get out of it.”

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Hair Ye, Hair Ye

Author Theodore Pappas Is on a Quest to Talk About—Not Politics—but Presidential Hair

ARTICLE BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

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WHY WRITE A BOOK ABOUT PRESIDENTIAL HAIR?

Because hair is a wonderful tool for historians, for re-narrating history in a fresh, engaging, and moving way.

YOU HAVE A CHAPTER ABOUT PEOPLE COLLECTING PRESIDENTIAL HAIR …

Collecting hair has long been a way of remembering lost loved ones. The last thing Jackie Kennedy did when viewing her husband in his coffin was to cut locks of his hair as precious keepsakes. Three presidents even wore hair rings as a source of inspiration, rings containing hair from George Washington or Abraham Lincoln.

YOU WERE MOST SURPRISED TO LEARN …

That a heartbroken Calvin Coolidge pressed a locket of his mother’s hair into the hands of his dying 16-year-old son to reassure him he wouldn’t be alone in heaven; that John Kennedy had [people] give him special hair treatments for maintaining his refined, Ivy League hairstyle.

PRESIDENT’S HAIR YOU MOST ADMIRE?

George Washington’s, not because it’s handsome but because he put country before style. Though many leaders then wore powdered wigs, he didn’t because he thought wigs reflected monarchy and kings. He thought wearing one would send the wrong message as historic first president of the United States.

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South Padre Island Nature & Adventure on

FROM BEAUTIFUL BEACHES AND CATAMARANS TO SAND MONSTERS AND ANIMAL SANCTUARIES, THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

Photo by Michelle Glicksman

Located on the Southern tip of Texas is the tropical oasis South Padre Island (SoPadre.com), where soft sand meets the gentle lapping waves and there’s an entire island to explore—whether you’re looking for relaxation, active adventures, or exploration.

The island boasts Laguna Madre Bay on one side and the Gulf of Mexico on the other, 34 miles of beaches, and sunshine almost year-round.

RELAX

Of course, lazing the day away on the beach is always a great option. So is taking a sunset dinner cruise on a catamaran—the sun slipping into the ocean in the distance while dining on a freshly prepared meal with live entertainment to round out the experience. Check out Southern Wave (Southern-Wave.com) for details. Or, make it a daytime excursion to watch dolphins with Breakaway Cruises (BreakawayCruises.com).

EXPLORE

The island is filled with places to explore. Begin at the historic Port Isabel Lighthouse (PortIsabelLighthouse.com) and wander through the Keeper’s Cottage Visitor Center before climbing up to the top of the lighthouse.

If you like nature, you should add the nonprofit South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary (SPIBirding.org) to your list. Here, you can grab a pair of binoculars to view birds, see various creatures, and experience the Gator Sanctuary with its rescued alligators.

Another fun way to explore the island is to follow the Sea Turtle Art Trail and the Sandcastle Trail, which have artworks of sea turtles and sandcastles strategically placed around the island (visit SoPadre.com for information on each trail).

Photo by Michelle Glicksman

Courtesy Grapevine Cafe

Speaking of sea turtles, if you want to see sea turtle conservation in action, head to Sea Turtle Inc. (SeaTurtleInc.org), where you can take a self-guided tour through the rehabilitation and education facilities.

If art intrigues you, The Art Incubator helps nurture local artists. Head to Pike Street and Padre Boulevard and wander galleries such as the Paper Caper Co. (PaperCaperCo.com) and Ryan Henry Fine Art (RyanHenryArt.com).

GET ACTIVE

If physical adventure is more your speed, South Padre Island has that, as well. Head to Sand Monsters (Sand-Monsters.com) for an adventure on a sand track. Meanwhile, South Padre Island Adventures (SouthPadreIslandAdventures.com) offers everything from zip-lines to water sports to sunset horseback rides along the beach.

DINE

Of course, there’s no shortage of delicious food and drinks in paradise. Start your day at Grapevine Cafe (GVCafe.com) for a traditional breakfast. For lunch or dinner, The Meatball Cafe (TheMeatball-Cafe.com) delivers, with its selection of Italian dishes, seafood, and steaks. One favorite spot is Viva on Whiting Street, an open-air restaurant offering stunning views, curated cocktails, and elevated eats.

STAY

Looking for places to stay? Try Margaritaville Beach Resort (MargaritavilleResorts.com).

While driving around is easy and convenient, if you prefer to ditch the responsibility, getting around the island is easy—hop on the free blue Island Metro shuttles that run daily. Just wave one down for a ride.

Photo by Michelle Glicksman

All Heart

Patricia Watts and Robert Lyles Work With the Heart Ball and the American Heart Association to Help Save Lives

ARTICLE BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

2024 Heart Ball Executive Committee (from left): Patricia Watts, Kimberly Afkhami, Laurie Florkiewicz, Pam Risoleo, Diane O’Malley, DeeDee Vecchione

“Like many of the women who serve on the Heart Ball Committee, my life has been profoundly impacted by heart disease,”

Patricia Watts says. “My parents, grandparents, spouse, and many of my friends have suffered from heart disease in its various forms, atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, heart attack, and stroke. The fact that heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women and the No. 2 killer of men in the United States has compelled me to act. Through the fundraising efforts of the Heart Ball Committee, the American Heart Association is able to fund lifesaving research, education, and advocacy. It is a privilege and a pleasure for me to serve.”

Watts, in addition to her role as the COO of Greenlight Communities, a vertically integrated developer of attainable rental housing, is the 2025 chair-elect of the Phoenix Heart Ball (PhoenixHeartBall.Heart.org).

And although the Heart Ball Committee itself is made up only of women, Watts’ husband, Robert Lyles, CEO of Greenlight Communities, is also a champion of the mission, so he makes it a point to be involved in other ways and through related events. In fact, together, the couple underwrites the organization’s golf tournament, the annual Golf 4 Heart, which took place at the end of October at Starfire Golf Club.

“We hope to be able to advocate for heart health and spread the mission of the American Heart Association through the hosting of this tournament,” Watts says. “One hundred percent of the funds raised benefits the American Heart Association.”

This year’s golf event saw 120 golfers who enjoyed a competitive day on the course, followed by music, appetizers, and a raffle.

But that’s not the only way Watts and Lyles support the American Heart Association.

“We know that lives can be saved through CPR. People who suffer a cardiac arrest and receive immediate CPR are two to three times more likely to survive,” Watts shares. “That knowledge has compelled us to require CPR training for all our employees, have AEDs readily available in our offices and on our construction sites, and become advocates for heart health in the construction, development, and property management industries. We do what

we can to make sure every person working with us has the training and equipment required to save a life.”

This month, Watts and Lyles will attend the 65th Annual Phoenix Heart Ball on Nov. 23 at The Phoenician.

“This year’s ball is particularly meaningful, as it also marks the 100th anniversary of the American Heart Association,” Watts explains. “The theme for this year’s ball is Celebrating Traditions, and the Heart Ball Committee will be honoring the 64 previous Heart Ball chairs and their tremendous contributions to the lifesaving mission of the American Heart Association.”

Rather than a dedicated fundraising event, the annual Heart Ball is strictly a celebratory event, celebrating the success of the past year and toasting the chair and committee.

“The Heart Ball Committee is a group of over 100 women, many with a personal connection to heart disease and stroke. These women have diverse backgrounds and diverse skill sets, but come together knowing the power of a team is so much more than what an individual can accomplish,” Watts says.

It’s all heart, for the heart.

Patricia Watts and Robert Lyles

Sarah Scott Personal Lines Practice Leader

giving dip -

ARTICLE BY ANGELA BROOCKERD I PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES

Fall is synonymous with gathering with friends and family and enjoying time together. Whether it is for Thanksgiving, a football watch party or a simple fall gathering, these easy appetizer dips are the perfect shareable snack to share.

fig & honey brie

The perfect cheesy fall dip that is both savory and sweet. The chopped pecans add a subtle crunch that makes this irresistible.

ingredients:

• 8 ounce brie wheel

• 1/3 cup fig spread or jam

• ¼ cup pecans

• 2 teaspoons honey

• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped

• 1 teaspoon fresh parsley

directions: Place brie in a baking dish. Spread the fig spread on top of brie and sprinkle with chopped pecans. Drizzle with honey. Add fresh herbs, and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Serve with pita chips or crackers.

loaded hummus

This crowd-pleaser can be made in advance for easy entertaining.

hummus ingredients:

• 2 cans of garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained

• Juice from one lemon (or ¼ cup)

• 1/3 cup water

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• ½ teaspoon cumin

• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon pepper

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

toppings:

• Olives

• Cherry tomatoes

• Chickpeas

• Feta cheese

• Red onion

• Fresh Parsley

directions:

In a blender, add all of the ingredients except the olive oil and the toppings. Blend until smooth. Spread Hummus onto a plate or platter and top with chopped toppings. Serve with fresh bell peppers, zucchini, crackers and pita bread.

Nothing screams fall quite like the flavor of pumpkin. This lightly sweet dip takes just a few minutes to make and is perfect for any fall get-together.

ingredients:

• 8 ounces softened cream cheese

• 1 can pumpkin puree

• ¾ cup brown sugar

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

• 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice

directions:

Place cream cheese in a microwave safe bowl, and soften for 30 seconds. Add brown sugar and blend with a hand mixer until smooth. Add in pumpkin and blend until combined. Mix in heavy whipping cream and mix on high for 2 minutes. Next, stir in pumpkin pie spice. Serve with sliced apples, pretzels, graham crackers or vanilla wafers.

creamy pumpkin cheesecake dip

A SEASON OF CELEBRATION

Dream sips

As the weather cools and the holidays approach, it's time to cozy up with festive fall cocktails featuring Sueños Tequila. Whether you're crafting a spiced margarita or a warm tequila twist, our 100% additive-free tequila adds a touch of elegance to any celebration. Find us online or at Devil's Liquor in Tempe to elevate your seasonal sips.

Elevate your holiday

This holiday season, bring sophistication to your gatherings with Sueños Global Tequila. With its smooth, refined flavors and 100% additive-free purity, it’s the perfect addition to every celebration. Elevate your toasts, celebrate in style and raise a glass to purity and tradition.

We're passionate about fostering creativity through the Sueños Grant Program. A portion of every bottle sold supports our annual fund, awarded to artists and entrepreneurs who dream big. It’s our way of empowering visionary projects and enriching the community through the transformative power of the arts.

Sip, savor & support sip into artistry

Discover the perfect blend of tradition and creativity with Sueños Global Tequila. Crafted from 100% additive-free Blue Weber agave, each bottle is a true masterpiece, honoring Mexico's rich heritage and the art of tequila-making. Taste the purity, savor the artistry.

garlic herb feta dip

This savory dip is quick and easy to assemble and is perfect to serve with fresh veggies or crackers of any kind.

ingredients:

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt

• 1 whole garlic bulb, roasted

• 1 ¼ cup feta cheese

• 3 teaspoons olive oil

• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice

• ½ teaspoon dill

• 1 teaspoon parsley

• Salt and pepper to taste

directions:

First, cut the head off of the top of the garlic bulb, and drizzle olive oil on top. Wrap in foil, and place it in an oven heated to 425 degrees. Roast for 30 minutes or until soft. Squeeze roasted garlic into a bowl, and set aside. Next, add the yogurt, feta, lemon juice, salt, pepper and water in a blender and lightly blend. Add the roasted garlic and blend until smooth. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables. Enjoy!

events

NOVEMBER 1ST-2ND

Dreamy Draw Music Festival

Scottsdale Civic Center

Headlined by indie rock icons Mt. Joy and Lone-Star State country-folk superstars Flatland Cavalry, this two-day, three-stage outdoor music and arts festival is set to once again host more than 10,000+ attendees at the Scottsdale Civic Center. Alongside the headliners, there is an extensive lineup of additional musicians, art, a trading post, food, and drinks. DreamyDrawFest.com

NOVEMBER 8TH-17TH

Canal Convergence

Scottsdale Waterfront

Scottsdale Arts’ Canal Convergence explores the profound importance of reflections in both literal and metaphorical realms through engaging public art, performances, and programming. The free event features large-scale public artworks created by artists from around the world, alongside live music and dance performances, creative workshops, educational tours and activities, food trucks, a mini film festival, and a beer and wine garden. This year's theme is “Reflections.” CanalConvergence.com

NOVEMBER 16TH

15th Annual Sit. Stay. Brunch.

Omni Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Montelucia | 10:30 AM

This event raises critical funds needed to support services and programs to continue to provide for pets and people in crisis in our community. Watch dogs on the catwalk, honor this year's Pet Champion Excellence Award recipients, and support the mission of providing compassionate care to pets and pet parents in crisis. John Holmberg of KUPD’s Morning Sickness show emcees. LostOurHome.org

NOVEMBER 20TH

Frank Family Vineyards Wine Dinner

Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows | 6:00 PM

The November event for this monthly Wine Night series at Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows features a four-course meal paired with wines from Frank Family Vineyards. The December event, which will be held Dec. 18, features wines from Domaine Carneros. AndazScottsdale.com

NOVEMBER 22ND - 24TH, 29TH-DECEMBER 1ST

28th Annual Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour

North Scottsdale, Carefree, Cave Creek

Arizona’s largest and longest-running artist studio tour is a free, self-guided tour featuring 179 artists at 44 studios throughout the scenic Desert Foothills communities of North Scottsdale, Carefree, and Cave Creek. Find art across a variety of mediums, styles, and price ranges. Each artist’s studio is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the event. HiddenInTheHills.org

NOVEMBER 27TH-30TH

Kimes Ranch Million $ Breakaway

WestWorld of Scottsdale

The fastest-growing event in rodeo, Breakaway, takes center stage at this Inaugural event. An unprecedented million-dollar purse will be paid out in a 10-round competition consisting of the top 10 breakaway ropers in the world standings, plus 15 qualifiers. Daily trade shows, nightly awards ceremonies, as well as Friday and Saturday concerts will round out the momentous event. KimesRanch.com

NAVIGATING for a Cause

Luxury travel company Boutique Travel Advisors is debuting its first-ever Navigating for a Cause event.

The evening of gourmet food, live entertainment from the Flashback Cadillac band, dancing, and more, also features both a silent auction and raffle program with items including exclusive travel experiences, luxury cruise sailings, and dining experiences.

The proceeds benefit Chase Rauchle PTSD Now (PTSDNow.org), a nonprofit focused on improving the veteran mental healthcare system and helping reduce drastic measures among U.S. military personnel by advocating for better prevention, identification, and treatment of depression, stress, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

“PTSD Now educates policymakers, develops improved military protocols, and funds specialized counseling services for veterans,” explains Angie Rice, co-founder of Boutique Travel Advisors. “At the heart of Boutique Travel Advisors, we believe travel can be a transformative and healing modality by empowering and inspiring individuals and fostering social and cultural understanding on a collective level.”

Philanthropy is important to the team at Boutique Travel Advisors, both from incorporating philanthropy into their clients’ itineraries if they would like, as well as personally supporting causes.

Scottsdale residents Craig and Julie Rauchle, founders of PTSD Now, are serving as the inaugural event’s honorary chairs in honor of their son, Chase, who was a staff sergeant in the Army National Guard.

IF YOU GO …

EVENT: Navigating for a Cause

DATE: Fri., Nov. 15

TIME: 6 to 9 p.m.

LOCATION: Volanti in the Scottsdale Airpark

TICKETS: Start at $150; sponsorships range from $1,500 to $10,000

TravelBTA.com/ navigatingforacause

“We intentionally support causes that align with our five Pillars of Community: joy, well-being, connection, sustainability, and gratitude,” says Rice.